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This video provides a comprehensive overview of the 2024 Show of Shows (SOS) gun show held in Louisville, KY. It highlights the vast array of vendors, focusing on militaria and historical firearms. The Legacy Collectibles booth is featured, celebrating a decade in business and showcasing new inventory, reference books, and services like appraisals and Class III transfers.

This video compares the cost of shooting various World War II firearms. The M1 Carbine and 1911 pistol offer affordable shooting experiences with ammo costs around $0.40-$0.60 per round. The Mosin Nagant is also budget-friendly at approximately $0.60 per round. The Luger P08 is identified as the cheapest to shoot due to its use of common 9mm ammunition, though reliability can be a concern. The M1 Garand is noted for its iconic 'ping' but comes with expensive ammunition exceeding $1.00 per shot.

This livestream event from Legacy Collectibles in Louisville, KY, celebrated the S.O.S. party and raffle. Key announcements included the expanded republication of Jan Still's 'Axis Pistols' book, now featuring color photography and updated research. The raffle offered various historical militaria and collectibles, including vintage Walther playing cards and a ministerial appointment document signed by Adolf Hitler (autopen). The event highlighted the company's staff and their roles.

This short video offers a sneak peek at a newly acquired collection of Axis Pistols. The presenter teases viewers with the arrival of these firearms, promising a more in-depth overview of each item that will soon be available on their website. The description also highlights the channel's Patreon page and their "Flak & Fubar" podcast, along with their Instagram handle for further engagement.

Legacy Collectibles is attending the SOS gun show in Louisville, located at Row T, booths 69 and 70. They are hosting a live party on Friday night at the Hilton Garden, featuring a raffle with significant prizes including a presentation piece from Adolf Hitler and a P.38 pistol. For those unable to attend in person, the event will be live-streamed on YouTube and Twitch.

Tom from Legacy Collectibles announces their annual SOS Raffle Party on January 30th at the Hilton Hotel, also mentioning their presence at the Show of Shows (SOS) at tables Row T, 69 and 70. The event will feature food, drinks, and a 'show and tell' session, with Shara assisting the raffle drawing. Featured raffle items include a flare gun, a 1943 P38 pistol, a Japanese sword, a Colt rifle, and Kriegsmarine binoculars.

This review showcases a remarkably preserved 1917 DWM Artillery Luger, featuring an 8-inch barrel and 98% original finish. The firearm boasts all matching serial numbers, including the magazine and wooden stock, which is fitted with an Imperial proof mark. The set is complete with its original 1917-dated leather holster, cleaning rod, and loading tool, highlighting its collector value.

This video showcases a rare Japanese Baby Nambu pistol, specifically a presentation model gifted by Emperor Hirohito. It details the pistol's historical context, including its limited production of approximately 10,000 units and issuance to Japanese officers. The presentation includes a close-up of the Kanji inscription and a demonstration of the original holster, cleaning rod, spare magazine, and period-correct ammunition.

This video debunks the myth that Luger production ceased in 1942, showcasing examples of Krieghoff-produced Lugers from 1943 and 1944. It details the 'byf' Mauser code and the 'Black Widow' model, noting 1942 as Mauser's final production year before retooling for the P38. The controversial 1945 Krieghoff Lugers are also discussed, with debate surrounding their wartime versus post-war assembly.

This video highlights a rare 'Un-Quality' marked M1 Carbine variant from WWII, a collaboration between Union Switch & Signal and Quality Hardware. With only about 30,000 produced, these carbines are highly sought after by collectors and command a premium price. The speaker humorously contrasts this with a standard Winchester M1 Carbine, discussing the potential collector preference and historical context.